1969 Honda S600 vs. 1963 Porsche 356
To start off, 1969 Honda S600 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Porsche 356 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Porsche 356 (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1969 Honda S600. (70 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Porsche 356 should accelerate faster than 1969 Honda S600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Porsche 356 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1969 Honda S600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Honda S600 | 1963 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Honda | Porsche |
| Model | S600 | 356 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 791 cc | 1581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 52 L |
